This session, lawmakers turned their attention to the quality of education and passed sweeping changes for the state. more »
Jun 19, 2013
by Karen Brooks Harper—Capitol Correspondent
in Grapevine | Colleyville | Southlake | Westlake
After lawmakers sent more than 1,400 new laws to Gov. Rick Perry at the end of what many have called a productive and bipartisan session, some two dozen measures fell victim to his veto pen June 14. more »
Jun 17, 2013
by Karen Brooks Harper—Capitol Correspondent
in At the Capitol
In the two weeks remaining for the special session of the Texas Legislature, lawmakers have a wide range of issues they can consider after Gov. Rick Perry this week expanded the agenda beyond redistricting. more »
Jun 12, 2013
by Karen Brooks Harper—Capitol Correspondent
in At the Capitol